Resources for youth global awareness
Here are sources for materials suggested in the Youth Global Awareness materials produced
by The Foundry that can be used to evoke global awareness, inspire passion, and clarify
vision.
- Finding used books. Want to find some of the books mentioned in these lessons? Try
looking for them on the Internet at abe.com or at amazon.com
- Session 1
- Session 2
- Session 3
- Session 4
- Session 5
-- Howard Culbertson, hculbert@snu.edu
Why is it important that young people be passionate about world evangelism?
Getting young people "on board" the cause of world evangelism is important for several reasons:
- Longevity of World Missions Outreach: Young
people represent the future of any movement or cause. By engaging them in world evangelism,
you ensure the continuity and longevity of world missions activity. hey can carry the torch
forward, sustaining and advancing the cause over time.
- Perspectives and Creativity: Young people often
bring fresh perspectives and creative ideas to the table. Their innovative approaches can help
adapt cross-cultural evangelism methods to the changing times and reach new demographics
more effectively.
- Energetic and Passionate Advocates: Youth are typically full of energy and passion. When they are inspired and mobilized for a cause like world evangelism, they can become powerful advocates and agents of change, capable of mobilizing others and making a significant impact.
- Relevance to Younger Generations: As the world evolves, how people communicate and engage with information also change. By involving young people in world evangelism efforts, you ensure that the message remains
relevant and resonates with younger generations, who may have different cultural backgrounds,
languages, and communication preferences.
- Global Perspective and Connectivity: Today's youth
are more connected globally than ever before, thanks to technology and social media. Engaging young people in world evangelism allows for the sharing of perspectives, experiences, and resources across borders, leading to a more interconnected and unified approach to spreading the
message to every people group on earth.
- Discipleship and Spiritual Growth: Involving young
people in world evangelism provides them with opportunities for discipleship and spiritual
growth.
It allows them to deepen their faith, develop leadership skills, and experience the joy of serving
others and helping make sure the Gospel is proclaimed worldwide.
- Addressing Contemporary Challenges: Young people are often at the forefront of
addressing contemporary social and environmental challenges. By integrating world evangelism
with efforts to address issues such as poverty, injustice, and environmental degradation, young
people can see the relevance of the gospel in addressing real-world problems.
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